Tonya Mckinney Hudson
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Riverside,CA
Summary
Dedicated nurse with over seven years of experience in providing direct patient care, overseeing staff, and managing department operations. Known for adeptly juggling multiple tasks and prioritizing patient needs and daily responsibilities. Specializing in Behavioral Nursing, bringing a wealth of expertise to deliver exceptional care and support to patients in need.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Harbor UCLA Medical Center, LADHS
08.2017 - Current
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop treatment strategies.
- Eliminated non-compliance issues by promoting comfort for patients and families during recovery.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Designated patient assignment to RNs. Allocated care companions for patients needing constant supervision due to behavioral issues or safety concerns.
- Ensured unit readiness by verifying staff availability, and supply levels. Conducted POC equipment testing, narcotic count and medication refrigeration inspection to maintain compliance.
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA05.2018
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
El Camino College
Compton, CA05.2016
Skills
- Crisis prevention intervention (CPI)
- Student precepting
- Behavior modification
- Therapeutic communication
- De-escalation techniques
- Suicide prevention
- Documentation
- Time management
- Active listening
- Patient advocacy
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Patient education
- Delegation and motivation
- Goal setting
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Harbor UCLA Medical Center, LADHS
08.2017 - Current
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
El Camino College
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